When the laws are written and administered by the most powerful leaders in a society, it is human nature for them to understand, justify, and protect the interests of themselves and people like them. Many injustices arise from this natural human failing.

Although military, economic and political strength certainly favors the more powerful side, the matter of simple justice is a counterbalancing factor.

There's always an element of self delusion among people who believe they ought to be President. There's an underestimation of your opponent and an overestimation of your own abilities. This is compatible with being rich and powerful, the idea that we were blessed by God because we deserve to be blessed.

The abuse of women and girls is the most pervasive and unaddressed human right violation on earth.